Exodus 28:37
Exodus 28:37 in Multiple Translations
Fasten to it a blue cord to mount it on the turban; it shall be on the front of the turban.
And thou shalt put it on a blue lace, that it may be upon the mitre; upon the forefront of the mitre it shall be.
And thou shalt put it on a lace of blue, and it shall be upon the mitre; upon the forefront of the mitre it shall be.
Put a blue cord on it and put it on the front of the twisted head-dress:
Attach it to the front of the turban using a blue cord.
And thou shalt put it on a blew silke lace, and it shalbe vpon the miter: euen vpon the fore front of the miter shall it be.
and thou hast put it on a blue ribbon, and it hath been on the mitre — over-against the front of the mitre it is;
You shall put it on a lace of blue, and it shall be on the sash. It shall be on the front of the sash.
And thou shalt put it on a blue lace, that it may be upon the miter; upon the front of the miter it shall be.
And thou shalt tie it with a violet fillet, and it shall be upon the mitre,
They should fasten this ornament to the front of the turban by a blue cord.
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Exodus 28:37 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/שַׂמְתָּ֤
אֹת/וֹ֙
עַל
פְּתִ֣יל
תְּכֵ֔לֶת
וְ/הָיָ֖ה
עַל
הַ/מִּצְנָ֑פֶת
אֶל
מ֥וּל
פְּנֵֽי
הַ/מִּצְנֶ֖פֶת
יִהְיֶֽה
וְ/שַׂמְתָּ֤
sûwm
H7760
to set
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
אֹת/וֹ֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
פְּתִ֣יל
pâthîyl
H6616
cord
N-ms
תְּכֵ֔לֶת
tᵉkêleth
H8504
blue
N-fs
וְ/הָיָ֖ה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הַ/מִּצְנָ֑פֶת
mitsnepheth
H4701
turban
Art | N-fs
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
מ֥וּל
mûwl
H4136
opposite
Prep
פְּנֵֽי
pânîym
H6440
face
N-cp
הַ/מִּצְנֶ֖פֶת
mitsnepheth
H4701
turban
Art | N-fs
יִהְיֶֽה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 28:37
וְ/שַׂמְתָּ֤
sûwm
H7760
"to set"
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
This Hebrew word means to put or place something, and is used in many different ways in the Bible, such as to appoint or determine something. It is first used in Genesis to describe God's creation. In the KJV, it is translated as 'appoint' or 'set' in various contexts.
Definition: : make/establish 1) to put, place, set, appoint, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put, set, lay, put or lay upon, lay (violent) hands on 1a2) to set, direct, direct toward 1a2a) to extend (compassion) (fig) 1a3) to set, ordain, establish, found, appoint, constitute, make, determine, fix 1a4) to set, station, put, set in place, plant, fix 1a5) to make, make for, transform into, constitute, fashion, work, bring to pass, appoint, give 1b) (Hiphil) to set or make for a sign 1c) (Hophal) to be set
Usage: Occurs in 550 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring, call (a name), care, cast in, change, charge, commit, consider, convey, determine, [phrase] disguise, dispose, do, get, give, heap up, hold, impute, lay (down, up), leave, look, make (out), mark, [phrase] name, [idiom] on, ordain, order, [phrase] paint, place, preserve, purpose, put (on), [phrase] regard, rehearse, reward, (cause to) set (on, up), shew, [phrase] stedfastly, take, [idiom] tell, [phrase] tread down, (over-)turn, [idiom] wholly, work. See also: Genesis 2:8; Leviticus 20:5; 1 Samuel 21:13.
אֹת/וֹ֙
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
פְּתִ֣יל
pâthîyl
H6616
"cord"
N-ms
This word refers to a cord or thread, like something used for tying. It appears in Exodus 28:28, where it describes the threads used in priestly garments. It is a twisted thread or cord.
Definition: cord, thread (twisted)
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: bound, bracelet, lace, line, ribband, thread, wire. See also: Genesis 38:18; Exodus 39:21; Ezekiel 40:3.
תְּכֵ֔לֶת
tᵉkêleth
H8504
"blue"
N-fs
Describes the color blue or violet, obtained from a specific type of mussel, used to dye fabrics in Exodus 28. It is a distinct color in the biblical spectrum.
Definition: 1) violet, violet stuff 1a) violet thread 1b) violet stuff or fabric 2) (TWOT) blue (covering spectrum from brilliant red through deep purple)
Usage: Occurs in 49 OT verses. KJV: blue. See also: Exodus 25:4; Exodus 39:1; Jeremiah 10:9.
וְ/הָיָ֖ה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הַ/מִּצְנָ֑פֶת
mitsnepheth
H4701
"turban"
Art | N-fs
Mitsnepheth is a turban or diadem worn by high priests and kings, symbolizing their official status.
Definition: turban (of the high priest)
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: diadem, mitre. See also: Exodus 28:4; Exodus 39:28; Ezekiel 21:31.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
מ֥וּל
mûwl
H4136
"opposite"
Prep
This word means opposite or in front of, often used to describe location or direction. In Exodus 14:2, the Israelites camped in front of Pi-ha-hiroth, facing the sea. It provides a sense of spatial awareness and orientation in biblical contexts.
Definition: 1) front 1a) front 1b) in the opposite direction prep 2) in front of 2a) in front of 2b) (with prefix) 2b1) towards the front of, to the front of, on the front of 2b2) from the front of, off the front of, close in front of, on the forefront of
Usage: Occurs in 34 OT verses. KJV: (over) against, before, (fore-) front, from, (God-) ward, toward, with. See also: Exodus 18:19; Deuteronomy 11:30; Micah 2:8.
פְּנֵֽי
pânîym
H6440
"face"
N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
הַ/מִּצְנֶ֖פֶת
mitsnepheth
H4701
"turban"
Art | N-fs
Mitsnepheth is a turban or diadem worn by high priests and kings, symbolizing their official status.
Definition: turban (of the high priest)
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: diadem, mitre. See also: Exodus 28:4; Exodus 39:28; Ezekiel 21:31.
יִהְיֶֽה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
Study Notes — Exodus 28:37
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- Context
- Cross References
- Exodus 28:37 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 28:37
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 28:37
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 28:37
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 28:37
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 28:37
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 28:37
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 28:37
- Sermons on Exodus 28:37
Context — Additional Priestly Garments
35Aaron must wear the robe whenever he ministers, and its sound will be heard when he enters or exits the sanctuary before the LORD, so that he will not die.
36You are to make a plate of pure gold and engrave on it as on a seal: HOLY TO THE LORD.
37Fasten to it a blue cord to mount it on the turban; it shall be on the front of the turban.
38And it will be worn on Aaron’s forehead, so that he may bear the iniquity of the holy things that the sons of Israel consecrate with regard to all their holy gifts. It shall always be on his forehead, so that they may be acceptable before the LORD. 39You are to weave the tunic with fine linen, make the turban of fine linen, and fashion an embroidered sash.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 29:6 | Put the turban on his head and attach the holy diadem to the turban. |
| 2 | Exodus 28:4 | These are the garments that they shall make: a breastpiece, an ephod, a robe, a woven tunic, a turban, and a sash. They are to make these holy garments for your brother Aaron and his sons, so that they may serve Me as priests. |
| 3 | Zechariah 3:5 | Then I said, “Let them put a clean turban on his head.” So a clean turban was placed on his head, and they clothed him, as the angel of the LORD stood by. |
| 4 | Leviticus 8:9 | Moses also put the turban on Aaron’s head and set the gold plate, the holy diadem, on the front of the turban, as the LORD had commanded him. |
| 5 | Exodus 28:31 | You are to make the robe of the ephod entirely of blue cloth, |
| 6 | Exodus 39:30–31 | They also made the plate of the holy crown of pure gold, and they engraved on it, like an inscription on a seal: HOLY TO THE LORD. Then they fastened to it a blue cord to mount it on the turban, just as the LORD had commanded Moses. |
| 7 | Numbers 15:38 | “Speak to the Israelites and tell them that throughout the generations to come they are to make for themselves tassels for the corners of their garments, with a blue cord on each tassel. |
| 8 | Exodus 28:28 | The rings of the breastpiece shall be tied to the rings of the ephod with a cord of blue yarn, so that the breastpiece is above the waistband of the ephod and does not swing out from the ephod. |
Exodus 28:37 Summary
This verse, Exodus 28:37, is talking about how to attach a special gold plate to the high priest's turban using a blue cord. The plate has the words 'HOLY TO THE LORD' engraved on it, which reminds the priest of his important role in serving God and the people, as seen in Exodus 28:36. Just like the priest, we are called to be 'holy to the Lord' (Leviticus 20:26), and we can learn from this verse about the importance of living a life that honors God, as described in 1 Peter 1:15-16. By following God's commands and living a life of obedience, we can be a reflection of His holiness to those around us, as seen in Matthew 5:16.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the blue cord in Exodus 28:37?
The blue cord represents the heavenly connection and divine appointment of the high priest, as seen in Exodus 28:37, and is a reminder of God's presence and guidance, similar to the concept in Numbers 15:38-40.
Why was the plate with 'HOLY TO THE LORD' placed on the turban?
The plate with 'HOLY TO THE LORD' was placed on the turban to signify the priest's role as a mediator between God and the people, as described in Exodus 28:36-38, and to remind him of his holy calling, as seen in Leviticus 8:9.
What is the purpose of the turban in the priestly garments?
The turban, along with the other priestly garments, serves to symbolize the priest's separation unto God and his role in ministering to the Lord, as described in Exodus 28:1-5 and Leviticus 8:12-13.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Exodus 28?
This verse is part of the larger description of the priestly garments in Exodus 28, which emphasizes the importance of the priest's role in mediating between God and the people, as seen in Exodus 28:1-5 and Exodus 29:1-46.
Reflection Questions
- What does the image of the blue cord mounting the plate on the turban evoke in my heart, and how can I apply this symbol to my own walk with God?
- In what ways can I, like the high priest, bear the iniquity of those around me and intercede on their behalf, as seen in Exodus 28:38?
- How can I balance the call to be 'holy to the Lord' with the reality of my own sinfulness and weaknesses, and what role does God's grace play in this balance, as described in Romans 3:23-24 and 2 Corinthians 12:9-10?
- What are some ways I can, like Aaron, 'wear' my faith on my forehead, making it visible to those around me, and what impact can this have on my relationships and witness, as seen in Matthew 5:16 and 1 Peter 3:15-16?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 28:37
And thou shalt put it on a blue lace,.... The plate of gold: that it may be upon the mitre; either the plate or the lace; the lace is the nearest antecedent, but it seems by what follows it should be
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 28:37
And thou shalt make a plate of pure gold, and grave upon it, like the engravings of a signet, TO THE LORD.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 28:37
The words may be rendered, thou shalt put it on, or, bind it, as the Vulgate renders it, with a blue lace, to wit, upon the mitre, as it follows.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 28:37
Exodus 28:37 And thou shalt put it on a blue lace, that it may be upon the mitre; upon the forefront of the mitre it shall be.Ver. 37. Upon the mitre.] Which had a holy crown with it, signifying the deity and dignity of Christ.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 28:37
(37) Thou shalt put it on a blue lace.—Compare Exodus 39:31, where we read “they tied unto it a lace of blue.” Probably the two ends of the plate were perforated, and a blue lace or cord passed through the holes and tied to the plate, which was then put in front of the turban and kept in place by the two cords being tied together at the back of the head.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 28:37
37. a lace of blue] a lace, or band, of the violet material mentioned in Exodus 25:4. This was apparently tied round the turban, somewhat ‘above’ its lower edge (cf. Exodus 39:31), in the manner of a ‘diadem’ (Exodus 29:6 n.),—in the proper sense of the word, something bound round1[209],—so that the plate attached to it might appear conspicuously in front. [209] The ‘diadem’ was properly a blue silk band, spotted with white, 2 in. wide, tied round the lower part of the tall stiff cap worn by the Persian kings, and fastened in a knot behind, with the ends hanging down (see ill. in Rawl. Anc. Mon. iii. 204, n. 17; and cf. Xen. Cyr. viii. 3, 13).the mitre] the turban (RVm.): see on v. 39.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 28:37
36-38. A plate of pure gold — This was the most notable feature of the mitre, or turban, and is, therefore, mentioned here before the blue lace and headdress, although in Exodus 39:28; Exodus
Sermons on Exodus 28:37
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(Exodus) Exodus 28:4-5 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of providing the best equipment for God's work. He refers to the story in Malachi where God accuses people of robbing Him. The |
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The Blue of Heaven by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the color blue in the Old Testament, representing heavenly realities and the connection between God's people and their High Priest, |
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Pharisees Think That Holiness Is in the Style of One's Clothes by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen preaches about the Pharisees' tendency to focus on outward appearances, such as lengthening their tassels and broadening their phylacteries, to appear holier than others |
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Badge of Christ by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman emphasizes the significance of the ribband of blue worn by the Israelites as a reminder of God's commandments, symbolizing a heavenly spirit and the importance of |